Can you guess the name of this song which perfectly describes the frustrations and restlessness of being young and in your twenties? It was featured on an album by the same name in 1975.

This song is “Born To Run” written and sung by New Jersey native Bruce Springsteen. In 1974, Springsteen performed this live in Boston for the first time while opening for Bonnie Raitt. Soon-to-be manager Jon Landau was sitting in the audience and knew he was hearing the next big thing.

“…H-Oh, Baby this town rips the bones from your back
It’s a death trap, it’s a suicide rap
We gotta get out while we’re young…”

What is the name of this Sam Cooke tune that compared education and true love? It was released in 1960.

This song is “Wonderful World” written and composed by Lou Adler and Herb Albert. It was featured in the famous lunchroom scene from the 1978 movie, Animal House. Other versions were sung by The Herman’s Hermits, Otis Redding and Art Garfunkel with Paul Simon and James Taylor.

“…Don’t know much about a science book
Don’t know much about the french I took
But I do know that I love you…”

This festive holiday-season tune was written by Edward Pola and George Wyle back in 1963 for Andy Williams. Williams recorded it on his very first Christmas album. You may also recognize this song from the office store Staples who jokingly used it in their back to school ads. Can you guess the name of this tune?

Since we are finally nearing the end of this election season, we ask you to recall the name of the campaign song Bill Clinton used for his first presidential campaign. It was famously played at the 1992 Democratic National Convention.

It is “Don’t Stop” by Fleetwood Mac off their top selling 1977 album Rumours. It was written by vocalist and keyboard player Christine McVie.

Now that Summer 2016 is officially over, try to guess the name of this classic song which shares the heartbreak of how it feels to be apart from your sweetheart for the summer.

It is “See You In September” written by Sid Wayne and Sherman Edwards and made popular by The Happenings in 1966. It was originally sung by The Tempos in 1959 and a also performed by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

See if you can guess the name of the following inspirational song often used to celebrate victories at sporting events.

It is “We Are The Champions” written by Freddie Mercury and sung by Queen in 1977. Freddie Mercury said that he wrote this song thinking about football and audience participation. Different types of sports arenas today play this song while fans sing along honoring their favorite teams.

See if you can guess the name of the following folk song often labeled as an alternative national anthem.

It was “This Land Is Your Land” written and sung by American folk singer Woody Guthrie in 1940 as a response to the constant radio play of Kate Smith singing Irving Berlin’s “God Bless America” during the late 1930s. Guthrie wanted a more realistic song about what the country meant to him. It has been sung by many artists including Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen.

Try to guess the name of this 1932 springtime love song, which was featured 20 years later in a movie of the same name.

It was “April In Paris” composed by Vernon Duke, with lyrics written by E. Y. Harburg. Versions of this beautiful tune were performed by Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Sarah Vaughan, Charlie Parker.

Can you guess the name of this traditional Irish tune covered by many artists over the years?

“Danny Boy” was actually written by an Englishman, Fred Weatherly and published in 1913. Popular versions were sung by Sam Cooke, Johnny Cash, Bing Crosby, Judy Garland, Roy Orbison, Jackie Wilson, Elvis Presley, and Eric Clapton. You often hear this song at funerals and memorial services because it deals with the feelings of loss and hopes of being reunited.

“… the pipes, the pipes are calling
From glen to glen, and down the mountain side…”

Can you recall the name of the following theme song from a controversial sitcom that ran during the 1970s?

This song is “And Then There’s Maude” from Norman Lear’s 1972-1978 sitcom Maude. The show was a spinoff of All In The Family and featured Bea Arthur in the lead role. This tune was written by Dave Grusin and Andrew Bergman.

“Lady Godiva was a freedom rider. She didn’t care if the whole world looked…”

Can you guess the name of this toe tapping tune and the well known movie in which it was featured?

The tune is “Raindrops Keepin Fallin’ On My Head,” sung by B.J. Thomas. It was played during the exciting bike ride scene with Katherine Ross and Paul Newman in the 1969 hitButch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

“…So I just did me some talking to the sun and I said I didn’t like the way he got things done…”

Can you guess the name and writer of this touching and unforgettable love song?

That tune is the 1969 ballad “Something” with words and music written by the late George Harrison. This song was actually written in 1966 as a tribute to his new wife Patti Boyd. Frank Sinatra once called this, “The greatest love song of the past 50 years.”

Cynthia Lopinto

Cyn LoPinto, M.A. is a gerontologist focusing on significant issues affecting older adults and their families. Her areas of interest include lifestyle enrichment, family dynamics, and caregiver support. Cyn has worked in both the recreational and healthcare industries.

Change Size

Spotlight - Take a look and a listen to these videos that will surely brighten up your day.

Small Blessings Reader Submission - We are looking for funny and touching stories involving the children that have brightened up your life. Send us your memories (50 words or less) and your story might be put online for other readers to share.